ORIGIN

This 1965 DKW F12 Cabriolet (VIN 6035002345) is an excellent example of the range-topping model produced in the final years of the DKW marque. Imported when new by Audi North America Parts Manager Otto Hoffman on an incoming Audi parts vessel, Mr. Hoffman was extremely fond of this particular part of his collection and drove it regularly for three decades. Described as completely original with the exception of a respray in the original color, the car has been owned for 13 years by the seller, himself a BaT regular and well-respected collector. He notes that this is perhaps the finest F12 example in existence, with just 35,000 miles on the odometer and still wearing the original tires! It is now available in Costa Mesa, CA for $28,900.

7/10/2014 Update: This Datsun remains available and the seller has now lowered the price to $10,500. He also informs us that the tachometer is now operational and that the cylinder head is an up-rated A87 model.

From 6/13/2014:

This 1972 Datsun 510 sedan (chassis PL510-404676) is an accident free car originally from Washington state that’s never rusted. Found by the seller about two years ago, it had been parked for 20+ years but was solid, complete and ready for refurbishment. Since then the car has been mechanically sorted and treated to very well judged and period correct mods like twin Weber 45 DCOE’s, clutch type 4.11 LSD, authentic American Racing Libre 13 inchers and more detailed below. The car retains most of its factory applied paint, and though a bit scruffy we like its honest, easy going style. It is now available in Birmingham, Michigan for $11,500.

7/12/2014 Update: This Mini has been sold to a local collector in San Diego. Congratulations to buyer and seller!

From 7/8/2014:

This 1961 Austin Mini (chassis A-A2S7L-17680) is an early production Mk1 model from Apr/May 1960 that benefits from tasteful cosmetic and performance upgrades over the past 16 years with the current seller. A longtime Mini owner and enthusiast, as well as a prominent BaT commenter for the last 6 years, he notes that this is an exceptionally rust-free example that had a fresh 1275cc engine and full Cooper S braking system installed 1000 miles ago. A lifelong California car, it is described as very quick with brilliant handling and comfortable highway-cruising manners. There are many Minis on the market, but look at the photos of the engine bay, the rockers, and the interior to understand why this one is so special. It is now available in San Diego, California for $17,000.

This 1972 Mercedes Benz O 309D bus (chassis 309382-10-009717) is an all original, mechanically fit example with a documented 85k miles according to the seller. These buses were offered stateside for a relatively short period of time, and very few remain today regardless of condition. This one impresses with a remarkably clean interior and well preserved, if not quite so obsessively kept exterior. Originally put into service as a tour bus by the Gallo Winery of Modesto, California, its most recent owners taken it for inspection by a handful of shops who are all said to agree that it is in excellent condition with an accurate mileage reading. It is now available in Bainbridge Island, Washington for $18,500.

This 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Super (chassis AR 317014) is a clean and early production example offered for sale by its owner of 12 years who says the car is mechanically sorted. Purchased from a UK-based classic dealer who themselves sourced it in Rome, the car was dry, original and straight but in need of some mechanical work—work that is detailed receipts totaling more than $20,000. Garaged when not in use, this rare, front bench seat equipped model is said to be quite reliable and has been driven several times on 600+ mile trips during its time with the seller. It is now available in Nyack, New York for $30,000.

This 1961 Alvis TD21 Series I Park Ward Saloon (chassis 26294) was brought to the US in the early ’70s by a prominent Hollywood area pub owner and later restored twice under his ownership, most recently in the 1990s by respected SoCal shop Classic Vision. Under the seller’s care for the last 11 years, he says it’s very enjoyable to drive and that it frequently starts interesting conversations with other enthusiasts. The seller adds that it’s entirely suitable for entry in local concours as-is and that it runs and drives well. We like the Alvis marque for its rarity, heritage, and interesting design without the pretentiousness of a Rolls or Bentley. This one is now available in Santa Monica, California for $36,500.

This 1974 Rover 2200TC (chassis 49400045A) is a very clean, largely original and mechanically sorted French market example that spent the first 24 years of its life in dry southern France according to the seller. Imported from a UK-based vintage Rover specialist in 1998 by the current owner, the car is described as rust free, great running, well mannered, and comfortable. Brakes and suspension were fully rebuilt in 2010, and a Toyota 5-speed was fitted early in the seller’s time with the car, improving shifting, mileage, and freeway performance. It is now available in Willison, Vermont for $11,950.

This 1980 Mercedes Benz 280GE (VIN 46023217006445) is described as a mechanically sorted example with 30k miles from new. On offer by its third owner, it was imported into Oregon early in its life following initial purchase in Germany. Afterwards it was used sparingly and always stored indoors—both of which remain true today under its current ownership. Used as emergency transportation, its ER doctor owner says the truck has never failed to get him to the hospital on short notice even under the harshest weather conditions. It is now available in Annapolis, Maryland for $24,000.

This 1940 Ford Deluxe Convertible (chassis 185646174) was the subject of a careful, body-off restoration performed over a two year period in the mid-1990s. The car features some very well judged and period appropriate hot rodding touches, but overall retains a clean, close to stock appearance. Said to be meticulously detailed and in as-new mechanical and cosmetic condition, the car was put on display in a local museum shortly after completion in 1996 where it remained until three years ago, having seen minimal, fair weather road use since. It is now available in Butler, New Jersey for $58k.

6/30/2014 Update: This Lotus remains available and the seller has now dropped the price to $46,950. Click here to email the seller directly if you are interested.

From 5/11/2014:

This UK-spec 1972 Lotus Elan Sprint (chassis 72010619G) is one of only around 1,200 factory built Sprints, and was imported by the seller from England in 2001. Since then it’s received an extensive list of mechanical and cosmetic upgrades, most notably a Spyder replacement chassis in 2008, all new suspension and brakes, and more as detailed below. Period Lotus F1 team colors of red, white, and gold are an iconic look on these cars, and overall the car is clean and detailed on top and underneath. A 4-speed car, it’s equipped with the correct UK-spec Weber head and carburetors, and the seller quotes 132 HP, 1,500 pounds, and 0-60 in 6.5 seconds. The seller believes it to be one of the best Sprints in the USA.. It is now available in Williston, Vermont for $54,900.

This 1951 Jaguar XK120 (chassis 671403) is a very early example that benefits from six decades of documentation, numbers matching drivetrain and body, a Jaguar Heritage Certificate, and two owners from new—the original’s family still harboring the car as late as 2012. A mechanically sorted, straight, and rust free car with solid driver level cosmetics, the seller has performed several practical and well judged reliability improvements in addition to important maintenance jobs detailed further below. Included history certifies the car’s current 35,624 miles as original and accurate and it’s said to run and drive excellently. It is now available in New Canaan, Connecticut for $75,000.

This 1970 Citroen D-Special (VIN 4645597) is described as a mechanically sorted driver with decent cosmetics. A US delivery car, it’s been converted to Euro spec swiveling, glass covered headlights—a huge plus, and an expensive and difficult addition. The ID was a less expensive version of the DS with simpler oleopneumatics, and was renamed the D-Special in 1969. This one retains the DS’s self-leveling suspension and magic carpet ride, but replaces that car’s available semi-automatic, pre-selector gearbox with a column-shift 4-speed manual, conventional clutch and brake pedals. The car is now available in Maryland for $10,600.

This 1957 Porsche 356A sunroof coupe (chassis 101495) was owned within one family before landing with the seller two years ago, and was purchased new in Germany by the last owner’s Air Force captain great uncle. Completely restored over several years by the previous owner, the car was converted from factory 1600 Super spec into a mild Outlaw with 2180CC VW Type IV power and 944 disc brakes. Though no longer the original color and sold without its matching numbers drivetrain, sale does include both a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity and over 1,300 photos of the refurbishment process. And these cars really fly with 2.2L power. It is now available in Washington, DC for $64,000.

This 1993 Mazda RX-7 Touring (VIN JM1FD3317P0201800) is offered by its second owner and has 38,000 miles and full documentation from new. It’s described as being in tip-top condition and to have had no expense spared on its upkeep. Bone stock and accident free, this silver over red color combination suits the car very well and is not often seen. Tires and wiper blades are new, A/C blows cold, all electrics are fully functional and the car has always been garaged. It is now available in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada for $20,000 USD.

This 1929 Chrysler Model 75 competition roadster is prepped for grueling long distance events, having finished second overall in the 15,000 mile, 55 day Inca Trail Rally in 2001. Built for competition the previous year, the number in its model name designates its top speed of 75 MPH—a figure it’s said to easily exceed. ​Built by and for Peking to Paris veteran Rich Newman of Chicago, its current owner’s attention has recently shifted from vintage long distance endurance rallying to electric motorcycle land speed record setting. Following its 2001 Inca podium the car competed in the 2003 Shield of Africa Rally and again at the legendary Peking to Paris event four years later, in the process crossing the Gobi desert, Mongolia and Russia over 7,000 miles and 35 days. Says the seller: “This car is the “real deal” and has been driven hard and competed in South America, Africa, Asia and Europe. It needs a new owner who is adventurous enough to continue this legacy.” It is now available in Lake Elmo, Minnesota for $28,400.